The song "Hellbound" by Jerry Cantrell is about a self-appointed abuse king who is destined for hell. The lyrics describe a last act scene in which the curtains are closing and the character is bowing. He is a self-made man, justifying all of his actions, no matter how bizarre or twisted. The chorus repeats "Black eat white, cassette thrill, whatever come eat your fill," suggesting a kind of primal urge to consume, both physically and metaphorically. The lyrics also touch on themes of power, control, and theft. The line "The truth is to some degree we all steal" implies that everyone takes something from others, whether consciously or unconsciously. The song is dark and foreboding, with a sense of inevitability underlying each verse. The final lines of the song mention Washington, possibly referring to political corruption or scandals. The phrase "fish belly rust" suggests decay and decline. Overall, "Hellbound" is a haunting meditation on the consequences of our actions and the paths that lead us to our ultimate destinies.
